EXPEDITION TRAINING TOUR
with 99% Hands on Experience
( 13 Days)
MOROCCO OVERLAND
This is a full Overland tour which includes daily Training Modules - be prepared to ride a full day every day & learn!
REF: TRAINING-EXPEDITION-MOROCCO-OVERLAND
Overland Riding Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult
At the end of this Training Tour you will have acquired the riding experience and practical learning necessary to join us on one of our expeditions
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We believe that the best way to learn
is to actually experience it!
We leave the books & classroom at home -
99% of the training is hands on in the field experience
MOROCCO OVERLAND TRAINING MODULES:
1. Bike Preparation / Modifications required for
Overland riding
Click here to see what modifications
John & Brigitte did to their
KTM 690-R bikes
2. Bike Servicing - planning
3. Luggage soft vs hard (pros & cons)
4. Spares / Kitlist / Clothing suitable for the Expedition
5. Familiarization with your bike & its luggage as we ride Overland over a period of 11 days
(combination of road & offroad)
6. Some of the days will be long and will test your skill & stamina - terrain will include riding on rocks, gravel, and sand (river beds & high mountain passes)
7. Navigation - Maps & GPS use
8. Personal Fitness & Hygiene
9. Emergency Bivi / Camp Selection
10. Incident Assessment & Management
11. Route Planning / Making Realistic targets
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Are you planning a trip
Round The World or
an Overland Trip to Distant Lands?
Preparing for such trips can be daunting - why not join our
Expedition Training where you will achieve invaluable
Riding Experience while gaining specific
Expedition Planning & PreparationTraining
This Expedition Training Tour (or similar) is a recommended
pre requisite for participants joining our
Mongolia to UK Expedition
YOUR TUTORS
As a former Training Officer for the Scottish Mountain Rescue Association and former Instructor for the Mountain Bike Leader (MBL) scheme John has extensive experience delivering training in the field and is an ideal Tutor for your
Expedition Training
John & Brigitte have over 50 years experience between them riding their bikes unsupported on challenging overland expeditions and in extreme weather conditions
THE CLASSROOM
We use MOROCCO as our 'classroom' as it offers the challenging terrain and weather conditions which closely simulate those we are likely to encounter on our Expeditions
"John & Brigitte,
The trip we had only a few weeks ago now will stick with me forever. A trip of a lifetime, a unique adventure, an exploration into the unknown or however you describe it was truly incredible and a credit to you both.
Managing to feel as far removed from civilisation while still having a shower at the end of the day in an enchanting auberge was the perfect mix!
A huge thank you again for your organisation, hospitality and company. Hopefully we will ride again on another trip."
Ed B (Morocco Overland Oct 2012)
"Hi Brigitte and John,
Just a quick note to thank you for the excellent trip to Morocco. Your choice of routes and accommodation were obviously made from years of experience and I thought were all very good choices. In the future I won't hesitate to contact you about further trips.."
Steve (Morocco Overland May 2010)
"John, Brigitte
Thanks to you both as always for a well researched and excellent trip. I look forward to another off road adventure next year."
David (Morocco Overland May 2010)
Fully supported with 4X4
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Photo Album Morocco "Desert & Mountains Raid"
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April 2010 OVERLAND Tour
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March 2009 OVERLAND Tour
Want to ride your big adventure bike offroad?
Then read on...
Our 30 years' experience riding throughout Morocco enables us to provide an exciting combination of superb road and offroad riding with options to suit all abilities.
Our tour is a mix of road and offroad riding. The offroad sections (pistes) are generally landrover width. The surfaces are a combination of hard packed (hamada) and gravel roads. There will be dry riverbed crossings with a combination of sand and gravel. River crossings will be generally short.
Offroad tyres are essential.
MOROCCO - a paradise for the offroad adventure motorcyclist. An unspoilt land of amazing contrasts, magnificent mountains, forests and desert landscapes.
 
Join us for an unforgettable adventure and explore the remote tracks, high passes, valleys and spectacular gorges of the high Atlas Mountains, Jbel Sarhro, and the fringes of the Sahara.
 
We pass through Berber villages and witness a way of life unchanged for centuries.
On tour there is absolutely no pressure - you ride at your own pace. We will have plenty of rest stops throughout the day to catch your breath, take on food & fluids and admire the incredible views. The focus of this tour is on enjoyment - it is not a race!
We take the time to visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait BenHaddou - the magnificent village of kasbahs on a mountainside made famous by many classic films.
Before we finish our ride in Morocco we visit the most famous and vibrant of the Imperial cities - Marrakech.
Please see Itinerary below.
Expedition Training Tour - Desert & Mountains Raid Sample Route
OUTLINE ITINERARY
MOROCCO
EXPEDITION TRAINING TOUR
"Desert & Mountains Raid"
Total mileage: 1,756 miles
"Here today gone tomorrow"
The pistes in Morocco are always changing due to weather and upgrading in many areas.
What might have been suitable to ride a month ago may be totally washed out and impassable today.
With our intimate knowledge and experience of the mountains/desert pistes over 30 years we are able to adapt our routes to suit changing conditions.
Wildcat Adventures reserves the right to alter the route based on weather & piste conditions, and experience & fitness of the group
A more detailed itinerary along with maps etc is sent to all participants - the place names and details have been omitted from the outline itinerary below to protect our product
(Wildcat Adventures reserves the right to alter the route based on weather & piste conditions and experience/fitness of the group)
Day 1 - Tarifa southern Spain
Meet our hotel near Tarifa, Southern Spain at 19:00hrs for a tour briefing and introductions.
Overnight in hotel with private parking.
(Riding down through Spain - Call us for advice on route and accommodation including ferry options pre/post tour - if you are trailering your bike to southern Spain you may leave your vehicle/trailer at our hotel in southern Spain)
Day 2 - Into Africa The RIF Mountains
Our adventure starts with a short ferry to Morocco and ride south to our picturesque village in the RIF Mountains
Breakfast & dinner included.
Overnight in hotel with private parking.
120km / 75 miles
Day 3 - High Atlas Plateau
We cross the foothills of the RIF Mountains to visit the fantastic Roman site of Volubilis on the fertile plains. We continue our journey over the Middle Atlas Mountains to our overnight stop on the high plains overlooking the High Atlas Mountains.
Breakfast & Dinner included.
Overnight in magnificent Kasbah style hotel with private parking.
Total Distance: 390 km / 244 miles
Day 4- High Atlas Mountains
A great adventurous ride through the magnificent High Atlas mountains. We pass through numerous berber villages enabling us to observe the Berber way of life unchanged for centuries. Our ride alternates between surfaced and unsurfaced (piste) roads over some of the highest and most remote passes in Morocco.
Breakfast & dinner included.
Overnight in superb mountain auberge with pool.
235km / 143 miles (includes 23 miles offroad)
Day 5- Jbel Sarhro - Day Ride or REST
An unforgettable ride through the volcanic mountains and gorges of the Jbel Sarhro. A great combination of road and offroad riding in this wild rugged area. Enroute we visit the famous Todra gorge.
Breakfast & dinner included.
Overnight in superb mountain auberge with pool.
235km / 146 miles (includes 46 miles offroad)
Day 6- High Atlas / Sahara
Today's ride is an incredible one through a series of deep hidden canyons where we exit onto the high desert plains. We continue south to ride on one of the best desert pistes for big adventure bikes to finish at our accommodation overlooking the great Erg Chebbi - the highest dune in Morocco
Breakfast & dinner included.
Overnight in a desert Riad with pool.
280km / 175 miles (includes 20 miles offroad)
Day 7- High Desert plains
A classic high desert plains ride along the southern edge of the Jbel Ougnat mountains. After lunch we follow the trails of the nomads on small pistes through remote villages and palmeries.
Breakfast & dinner included.
We overnight in hotel with pool & private parking.
230km / 145 miles (includes 45 miles offroad)
Day 8- Dakar Piste / Desert oasis
A challenging ride through classic desert landscapes on variable surfaces. We ride on some of the original Paris-Dakar pistes to our desert town in the Dra Valley.
Breakfast & dinner included.
Overnight hotel with pool & private parking.
193km / 120 miles (includes 110 miles offroad)
Day 9 - Draa Valley
A rollercoaster ride on the pistes of the Dra Valley through the largest palmeries in Morocco. time to explore an ancient kasbah before crossing the Jbel Sarhro to our magnificent kasbah overlooking the High Atlas.
Breakfast & dinner included.
Overnight in a magnificent kasbah with private parking.
180km / 112 miles (includes 50 miles offroad)
Day 10 - AitBenHaddou - Day Ride or REST
A day ride on the pistes of the High Atlas plains visiting the World UNESCO site of AitBenHaddou. Film set for numerous films -" Gladiator", "Kundun", "Lawrence of Arabia"
Breakfast & dinner included.
Overnight in a magnificent kasbah with private parking.
80km / 50 miles (includes 25 miles offroad)
Day 11- Tichka pass - Marrakech
We traverse the High Atlas Mountains over the Tizi-n-tichka pass - one of the most beautiful rides in the world to the imperial city of Marrakech. You will have the late afternoon to relax by the pool or explore the city.
After dinner you may visit the unforgettable Djemma el Fna square with its numerous stalls, jugglers, story tellers, and snake charmers. A sight unchanged for centuries.
Breakfast & dinner included.
Overnight in hotel with pool & private parking.
240km / 150 miles
Day 12- Out of Africa
An enjoyable and scenic ride north to Tangier on the new motorway. Afternoon fast ferry from Tangier to Tarifa.
Breakfast included.
Overnight in hotel with private parking.
563km / 350 miles Road
Day 13- After breakfast we bid our farewells until next time.
Breakfast included
Join the professionals with over 30 years experience riding the pistes of Morocco and let us show you an excellent offroad adventure as we explore Morocco's hidden treasures.
John Fulton and his experienced support team lead all the tours.
BOOKING FORM.htm (HTML file)
To book this Morocco motorbike tour please print, complete and send along with your £300 deposit.
TOUR PACKAGE
On booking you will receive further information and a Kit List
The final balance of your holiday is due 3 months prior to departure at which point you will receive a Tour Package to include a detailed Itinerary, Course Outline, Training Material, Morocco Travel information, Document Checklist, Emergency numbers, Rooming List, and Sticker for your bike.
When we meet you will receive a map providing a detailed description of each day's ride, and highlights.
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OFFROAD EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Prior to joining us on this Expedition Training Tour
you should already have experience
with the following offroad skills:
ascend & descend hills with confidence
ride ruts
river crossings
ride muddy or sandy terrain
gravel rocky pistes
lift, manoeuvre, and balance your bike
hill recovery situations
Our tour has been specifically designed for riders with extensive road riding experience AND
the offroad experience described above
On this Expediton Training Tour we will assess your overall riding and provide you with feedback
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Our routes will appeal to riders interested in enjoying the scenery and the culture in wild unspoilt places.
The route provides an ideal combination of exciting remote surfaced roads and easy to difficult offroad riding in the mountains and the desert.
There is flexibility to accommodate riders of variable skills and fitness.
PROTECTIVE RIDING GEAR
This is an Overland Tour
you are required to have adequate protection as follows:
- Body armour (chest, knee, elbow, shoulders, back)
- enduro type jacket & trousers
- enduro type boots
- gloves
- helmet (with chin guard)
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goggles (if your helmet does not have a visor)
A full kit list is provided on booking
TYRES:
Your bike must be fitted with suitable
road legal Offroad tyres such as
Continental TKC80 as one example
which are good both on and offroad
N.B. These tyres will last you from the UK on this tour and back to UK. They will average 4,000-5,000 miles from new
".. thank you for looking after us on the fantastic off-road Moroccan trip we had back in March."
Mark L (March 2009)
Wildcat Adventures is
an approved tour operator for the Morocco Tourist Board
PLEASE CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING BEFORE BOOKING YOUR MOROCCO HOLIDAY
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